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Lesson 2 - Passing and Moving Towards Goals

Skills To Tactics

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Year 5

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Netball

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Big Question

How can we use movement and passing to create scoring opportunities in invasion games?

Learning Objectives

To develop passing and moving towards a goal with increasing accuracy
To understand and apply netball rules including footwork and pivoting
To create and use space effectively to support team play

Key Outcomes

Students will demonstrate improved passing accuracy under pressure
Students will move effectively into space to support team attacks
Students will apply netball rules consistently during game situations

Equipment & Resources Required

Netball

Distribute balls around activity areas, ensure proper inflation

Alternative: Size 4 netballs for easier handling, or rubber playground balls

Team bibs

Two different colours needed for team identification

Alternative: Coloured cones to designate teams, or different coloured t-shirts

Cones

Mark court boundaries and end lines clearly

Alternative: Markers, spots, or chalk lines

Key Vocabulary

Chest Pass

A pass thrown from chest height using both hands with fingers spread behind the ball

Shoulder Pass

A one-handed pass thrown from shoulder height for greater distance and power

Pivoting

Turning on the ball of your landing foot to face a different direction whilst maintaining contact with the ground

Footwork

In netball, a violation where the landing foot is lifted and replaced, or more than one and a half steps are taken

Creating Space

Moving to an area where there are fewer opponents to receive the ball more easily

High 5 Netball

A modified version of netball with simplified rules designed for primary school students

Skill Progression Pathway

Understanding where pupils are coming from and where they're going

Prior Learning

Basic ball handling skills
Understanding of simple passing techniques
Awareness of space and movement concepts

Current Skills

Chest and shoulder passing under pressure
Pivoting and footwork rules
Moving into space to support team play
Game application of passing skills

Next Steps

Advanced passing techniques including bounce pass
Defensive positioning and marking
Complex game strategies and tactical awareness

Milestone Indicators

Consistent accurate passing over 5+ metres

Effective pivoting without footwork violations

Strategic movement to create scoring opportunities

Key Teaching Points

Step forward when passing to generate power and accuracy
Landing foot must stay down when pivoting - this is crucial for rule application
Move into space away from defenders to receive passes effectively
Communication is key - call for the ball and support teammates
Quality over speed - maintain technique even under pressure
Use pivoting to create new passing angles and opportunities
Apply netball rules consistently including footwork, contact, and held ball

Common Misconceptions

Thinking you can lift your landing foot if you put it back down - this is still footwork
Believing speed is more important than accuracy in passing
Assuming netball is just about getting the ball to the goal quickly
Not understanding that creating space helps the whole team, not just the ball carrier
Thinking pivot means just turning your body without considering foot placement

SEN Adaptations

ADHD

Shorter activity bursts with regular changes, clear boundaries and rules, regular positive feedback, movement breaks as needed

dyspraxia

Larger, softer balls for easier handling, reduced complexity in sequences, extra practice time, clear step-by-step instructions

autism spectrum

Clear visual schedules of activities, quiet zones for breaks, consistent routines, advance warning of activity changes

visual impairment

Use bright coloured balls and bibs, provide verbal cues for spatial awareness, buddy system for guidance, tactile markers for boundaries

hearing impairment

Use visual demonstrations and hand signals, written instruction cards, ensure clear line of sight for lip reading

physical disability

Seated versions of passing activities, modified equipment sizes, adapted distances and heights, wheelchair-accessible court areas

Cross-Curricular Links

Maths

Counting passes and scores, measuring distances for court setup, angles of passing and movement directions

Science

Forces in passing (push and trajectory), balance and centre of gravity in pivoting, heart rate changes during activity

Geography

Spatial awareness and positioning, directions and navigation around court, mapping movement patterns

PSHE

Teamwork and cooperation, resilience when facing challenges, respecting rules and opponents, celebrating others' success

Teacher Guidance

Positioning

Move around groups during drills for close observation, position at side of court during games for full view

Observation Focus

Watch for passing technique, landing and pivoting safety, rule application, and positive team dynamics

Intervention Points

Step in immediately for safety concerns, provide technique correction during practice, mediate any disputes during games

Demonstration Notes

Use clear, exaggerated movements for passing techniques, emphasise landing and pivoting safety, model positive communication and sportsmanship

Verbal Cues

•'Step and push through!' for chest passing
•'Land, pivot, pass!' for sequence activities
•'Find space away from defenders!' during games
•'Chest up, eyes forward!' for good posture

Safety Considerations

Space & Surface Requirements

Space Requirements

Minimum court third (15m x 15m) for activities, full court ideal for game application

Surface Check

Dry, even surface free from hazards, suitable for pivoting and quick direction changes

Equipment Safety

Safety Checks

•Check netballs are properly inflated and in good condition
•Ensure team bibs have no tears or sharp edges
•Verify cones are visible and stable

Risk Management

Key Risks

•Collisions during passing drills
•Falls during pivoting and landing
•Ball strikes to face or body
•Overexertion during competitive games

Risk Mitigation

•Clear boundaries and adequate spacing between groups
•Progressive skill building from static to dynamic
•Emphasis on controlled movements and landings
•Regular checks for fatigue and appropriate rest periods

Supervision & Emergency Procedures

Supervision Points

•Position for visibility of all groups during drills
•Monitor pivoting technique to prevent injuries
•Watch for appropriate contact levels during games
•Ensure fair play and rule adherence

Emergency Procedures

Stop activity immediately if injury occurs, assess situation, provide appropriate first aid, follow school emergency protocols